Get ready to don your red, white, and blue because Goodlettsville is gearing up for a festive Fourth of July celebration, a day early. The city's Independence Day Festivities are scheduled for July 3rd, according to the City of Goodlettsville. If you're looking to start celebrating the holiday in style, Moss-Wright Park at 745 Caldwell Drive is the place to be, with events rolling out from the volleyball courts to a foamy fun time, all rounded off by a sky full of fireworks.

The day's activities will begin at 11:15 a.m. with the first-ever 1776er Coed Sand Volleyball Tournament. Players seeking to participate can expect to volley away until fireworks signal the end of the day. With an entry fee set at $200 per team, each participant will score a commemorative t-shirt in addition to a shot at the title. Teams can find tournament info and sign up by heading to the Parks and Recreation catalog online. But keep in mind, that slots for teams are capped at 20, so be swift to secure your place.

For those whose interests lie outside the sandpit, the afternoon offers a cornucopia of free delights starting at 4:00 p.m. with food vendors and the activity zone. Thanks to sponsorship from Micah Phillips, known ubiquitously as "The Goodlettsville Guy" from Benchmark Realty, attendees will be able to freely enjoy the activity zone offerings without digging into their wallets. This sponsorship highlights a community spirit that shines through in Goodlettsville's approach to festivities.

Continuing the tradition, at 5:00 p.m. the Goodlettsville Fire Department hosts the annual Fireman's Foam event. Free to all ages, it promises to transform the park grass into a sprawling bubble bath. Be ready to dive in, but don't forget a swimsuit and maybe some goggles to fully enjoy this soapy spectacle. After all, it isn't often one gets to frolic in foam courtesy of the local fire brigade.

As dusk envelops the park, fireworks are set to brilliantly burst into the sky at 9:00 p.m., capping off the day's events. For those planning to take in the pyrotechnic display, the Goodlettsville Police Department and Parks and Recreation Department recommend arrival no later than 7:30 p.m. to snag a parking spot and settle in for the show. With parking filling up from the main entrance to beyond the dog park and soccer fields, it's best to arrive early to ensure a hassle-free experience.

Whether you're a local or a visitor, Goodlettsville's Independence Day Festivities are poised to provide a day of enjoyment and celebration. Come out and join the community in honoring the spirit of America's birth on July 3rd. For more information on the event, parking, and all the celebrations, visit the City of Goodlettsville website. It's an opportunity to partake in patriotic fun and create memories that are sure to sparkle just as brightly as the anticipated fireworks finale.